Paul Butler

Ex-Sinn Fein MLA Paul Butler was given a life sentence aged 17 after confessing to the murder of RUC reserve constable John Rodgers in Glengormley in 1974.

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Linfield have paid tribute to Paul Butler on the first anniversary of his tragic passing. (Photo by Linfield FC)

Linfield pay tribute to Paul Butler on first anniversary of his passing

Oliver and Jacob, the two young sons of Paul Butler, parade the Gibson Cup around Windsor Park. (Photo by Pacemaker)

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Oliver and Jacob, the two young sons of the late Paul Butler, lead Linfield on a lap of honour after their final home match of the season. (Photo by Pacemaker)

David Healy 'emotional' as sons of late Paul Butler lead Linfield lap of honour

Linfield manager David Healy. (Photo by INPHO/Presseye/Brian Little)

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Linfield manager David Healy. (Photo by David Maginnis/Pacemaker Press)

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Linfield kit manager Gary Eccles placing a Michael Newberry shirt on the Windsor Park pitch as part of Saturday's pre-match tribute to the former defender. Newberry was remembered across Northern Ireland football over the weekend in the aftermath of his sudden death. (Photo by Andrew McCarroll/Pacemaker Press)

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Alliance Party candidates Sorcha Eastwood (right) standing in Lagan Valley, party leader Naomi Long (centre) standing in East Belfast and Kate Nicholl standing in South Belfast. Sinn Fein have withdrawn from the race against each of the candidates, urging their supporters to back the 'progressive' candidates. Photo: Liam McBurney/PA Wire

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Funerals are being held this week for three Linfield stalwarts, from left, James Murphy, Paul Butler and Gary Galbraith. Mr Butler was the team physio while Mr Murphy and Mr Galbraith were valued lifelong fans.

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Linfield staff have organised a JustGiving page to raise funds for club physiotherapist Paul Butler, who died suddenly last Thursday

JustGiving page exceeds target for 'special friend' and physio Paul Butler

Linfield have confirmed the passing of club physiotherapist Paul Butler. PIC: Linfield FC

Linfield 'deeply shocked' after passing of club physiotherapist Paul Butler

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